Goibniu

Goibniu is a sacred smith. He creates weapons for the Tuatha Dé Danaan as well as favoured devotees. Goibniu’s magical weapons always find their target and they always kill.

Goibniu also hosts an Otherworld feast at his roadhouse. He’s a brewer as well a smith. Goibniu brews a very special ale from the fruits of an Otherworld Tree. Those who drink it remain eternally youthful and vital, becoming immortal. (Manannan has a stock of Goibniu’s special brew, too.)

ALSO KNOWN AS:

Goibhniu; Gofannon

ORIGIN:

Celtic

CLASSIFICATION:

Tuatha Dé Danaan

SEE ALSO:

• Manannan
• Tuatha Dé Danaan

SOURCE:

Encyclopedia of Spirits: The Ultimate Guide to the Magic of Fairies, Genies, Demons, Ghosts, Gods & Goddesses– Written by Judika Illes Copyright © 2009 by Judika Illes.